We are open every day from 9:30am except Christmas Day and closing times vary according to season. Please note that the Zoo may close up to 30 minutes prior to the closing time stated depending on level of trade. Last admission to the zoo grounds is 1 hour prior to close.

Colchester Zoo is a full day experience and we recommend you arrive as close to opening as possible.

Monday 4th November 2024 –
Tuesday 24th December 2024

Monday to Friday Term Time: 4:00pm close
Weekends and School Holidays: 4:30pm close

Wednesday 25th December 2024

CLOSED

Thursday 26th December 2024 –
Friday 14th February 2025

Monday to Friday Term Time: 4:00pm close
Weekends and School Holidays: 4:30pm close

Saturday 15th February 2025 –
Friday 4th April 2025

Monday to Friday Term Time: 4:30pm close
Weekends and School Holidays: 5:00pm close

Saturday 5th April 2025 –
Thursday 22nd July 2025

Monday to Friday Term Time: 5:00pm close
Weekends and School Holidays: 5:30pm close

Wednesday 23rd July 2025 –
Sunday 31st August 2025

School Holidays: 6:00pm close
9th & 30th August 2025: 8:00pm close

Monday 1st September 2025 –
Friday 3rd October 2025

Monday to Friday Term Time: 5:00pm close
Weekends and School Holidays: 5:30pm close

Saturday 4th October 2025 –
Sunday 2nd November 2025

Monday to Friday Term Time: 4:30pm close
Weekends and School Holidays: 5:00pm close

Monday 3rd November 2025 –
Wednesday 31st December 2025

Monday to Friday Term Time: 4:00pm close
Weekends and School Holidays: 4:30pm close

Thursday 25th December 2025

CLOSED

What’s on?

Don’t miss out! Take a look at all of the events taking place at the Zoo this year!